1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1800 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
